NOVEMBER 20, 2024GOOD CATCH UPDATE: KEEP THE FIRE INSIDE THE INCINERATOR! Does your training emphasize safe operation of the incinerator and include awareness and precautions to prevent thermal shock to the…
The return of higher claim volumes during 2024, increased exposure to larger claims, and continuing supply chain volatility have persuaded NorthStandard to adopt a precautionary 5% general increase in its…
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NOVEMBER 14, 2024 CIRCULAR NO. 22/24TO MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION Dear Member: ELECTRONIC (PAPERLESS) TRADING – COVANTIS EBL POWERED BY SECRO Members are referred to Circular 21/23 of December 22,…
Weston, CT— The North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) recently concluded its 2024 Conference and Annual General Meeting (AGM), bringing together maritime leaders for a day of insightful discussions…
THREAT & RISK ASSESSMENT BRIEF UPDATE Brief Update No 24/006 Date: 30 – Oct – 2024 STATEMENT This document has been approved for distribution by Sea Guardian S.G.…
BRITANNIA P&I CLUB WINS SAFETY4SEA INITIATIVE AWARD 2024 FOR SAFETY AND SUSTAINABILITY CONTRIBUTIONS Britannia P&I Club has been awarded the 2024 Safety4Sea Initiative Award, recognising its loss prevention insight reports…
Steady growth in flexitank usage around the world prompts container owners and specialist insurer to offer safety guidelines to assist shippers, forwarders, carriers and terminals to handle cargo carried in…
Increase of Electronic Service fees18 Oct 2024, Suez Canal, EgyptFrom 1 January 2025, Electronic Services Fees $50 for all ships over GRT 300 MT transiting Suez Canal will increase to…
London, UK, 01 October 2024: The UK P&I Club has appointed Kyle Lochridge as Senior Vice President, Americas. Kyle will report into Leanne O’Loughlin, UK P&I Club Regional Director, Americas, and UK P&I’s…
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024CIRCULAR NO. 20/24TO MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION Dear Member: PROJECT CARGOES Your Managers have noted that on occasion Members are carrying project related cargoes, either alone or together…
Cai Xuanlun to succeed Richard Macnamara as Hong Kong CEO on 1 December 2024 London, UK, 26 September 2024 – West is pleased to announce the appointment of Cai Xuanlun (“XL”) as…
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024CIRCULAR NO. 19/24TO MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION Dear Member: OFAC ISSUES ADVISORY TO THE MARITIME PETROLEUM SHIPPING COMMUNITY ON SANCTIONS RISKS RELATED TO PETROLEUM SHIPMENTS INVOLVING IRAN AND…
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 BRAZIL: DROUGHT AFFECTING RIVER CONDITIONS The Amazon region is currently experiencing an environmental crisis including unprecedented drought conditions that have led to a drastic reduction in river…
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FuelEU Maritime ready for 2025? Sarah McCann, FD&D Claims Senior Solicitor – Mediterranean/Nordics & Northern Europe, NorthStandard sets out how the FuelEU Maritime regulations will apply and what needs to…
Bart Mertens to succeed Simon Parrott as CUO in 2025 London, UK, 10 September 2024 – West has announced the appointment of Bart Mertens as its new Chief Underwriting Officer…
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024TO ALL INSURERS AND BROKERS Dear Colleagues:GOOD CATCH UPDATE: ANIMATION – WINCH ME UP, SCOTTY! OH, SNAP! – WINCH OPERATION Good communications are imperative to safe operations. Make a Good…
Prompted by the recent spate of container ship fires, international freight and logistics insurance provider TT Club has stressed the greater need for all players in the global supply chain…
AUGUST 19, 2024CIRCULAR NO. 16/24 TO MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION Dear Member: STEEL CARGO PRE-LOAD SURVEYS In Circular 23/14 of August 11, 2014 entitled Steel Cargo Pre-Load Surveys: An Update, the Club revised…
• Free Reserves increased 16% year-on-year• Total premiums exceeding forecast • Total profit of USD 14 million• Combined Ratio of 97%, (98% year-on-year)• Investment returns of 3% (6% annualised)• Internal…
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AUGUST 05, 2024 LOSS PREVENTION: WORKING ALOFT POSTER Slips, trips and falls are among the leading causes of shipboard injuries. Ensuring safe working practices while working aloft is imperative. The importance of…
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